Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
Jun 1, 2019
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United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 2852:
Medieval Horse Bit
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Start price:
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Estimated price:
$60 - $80
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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13th-15th century AD
An iron snaffle bit with openwork arms, loops and hooks to each end of the arm to accept a chain and reins. 321 grams, 19.5cm (7 3/4"). Fair condition. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Private collection, home counties, UK; acquired before 1980.
Literature
See Wheeler, M. London Museum Medieval Catalogue, London, 1940 (reprinted Ipswich, 1993)
